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bustling

[buhs-ling] / ˈbʌs lɪŋ /








ADJECTIVE
humming
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STRONG
ADJECTIVE
hustling
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At a bustling factory in western India, technicians work around the clock to turn glass into hair-thin fibre-optic strands destined for data centres powering the global artificial intelligence boom.

From Barron's Jul. 31, 2026

Eventually Kiki ends up in a bustling seaside city that hasn’t had a witch in its midst in many years.

From Salon Jul. 30, 2026

Hours later, when I looked at Stevens’ X feed, I was surprised to see a photo of our interview, appearing as though we reporters were part of a bustling roundtable Stevens had held with voters.

From Slate Jul. 30, 2026

They threaten American bases across the region and can destroy the desalination plants that make life in the Gulf states’ bustling cities possible.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 27, 2026

“Excuse me!” cried Mrs. Malvolio, bustling through the packed ballroom, working her way toward the stage.

From "The Smartest Kid in the Universe" by Chris Grabenstein




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